Hygiene Assistant

Riverrundentalspa; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

River Run Dental in Henrico, Virginia, seeks a Hygiene Assistant to support the hygienist with clinical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include preparing patients for procedures, sterilizing instruments, setting up trays, and assisting during procedures.

The role emphasizes maintaining confidentiality per HIPAA, adhering to OSHA safety guidelines, and performing lab duties as needed. Certification in dental assisting and X-ray is required or preferred for the position.

Qualifications

• Dental assistant certification (where required).
• X-ray certification required.
• Nitrous oxide certification preferred.
• Annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law; experience with relevant dental software.

Responsibilities

• Assist the hygienist with dental hygiene procedures and prepare patients for exams.
• Take, develop and mount high-quality X-rays and assist with laboratory duties.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and follow OSHA standards.

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Sterilization procedures

Patient confidentiality

Education

Dental assistant certification

Tools

X-ray equipment

Dental software

Job description

River Run Dental - Short Pump, 3400 Haydenpark Lane, Henrico, Virginia, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, March 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM

At the heart of River Run Dental in Henrico is a desire to completely transform the traditional dental experience. We stay on the cutting edge of dentistry, utilizing the most up-to-date technology and materials such as our iTero digital scanner. We focus on putting the needs of our patients above all else and by doing so, we can practice high‑quality dentistry in a serene and blissful environment.

Position Summary:

The Hygiene Assistant is responsible for assisting the hygienist in clinical and administrative duties, including preparing patients for procedures or exams, sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, preparing materials and assisting during dental procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the hygienist with all dental hygiene procedures including but not limited to taking directions from doctor and hygienist, performing patient oral evaluations, taking, developing and mounting accurate and high‑quality X‑rays, and various laboratory duties including provisional work
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines
• Adhere to safety guidelines and procedures outlined by OSHA and practice standards

Qualifications:

• Dental assistant certification where required
• X‑ray certification
• Nitrous oxide certification preferred
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by lawExperience with relevant dental software